0.25% Marcaine

What does "0.25% Marcaine" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"0.25% Marcaine" refers to a specific concentration of a medication called Marcaine, which is often used as a local anesthetic in medical procedures. This means that in every 100 parts of the solution, there is 0.25 parts of Marcaine. This medication works by numbing a specific area of the body to prevent pain signals from being sent to the brain. It's commonly used in dental procedures, minor surgeries, or to relieve other types of pain.

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